Mexico 1856-1898 Collection

Mexico · 1856 ·

This is a collection of early Mexican postage stamps, spanning the period from 1856 to 1898. The collection likely includes various classic issues, potentially featuring portraits of historical figures like Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, and showcasing the evolution of Mexican philately during the 19th century.

This period covers Mexico's tumultuous history from the Second Federal Republic through the Second Mexican Empire and the restored republic under Porfirio Díaz. The stamps from this era often feature district overprints for security and control.